2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Airflite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Airflite would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Airflite | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
